Dr. Gary Carlson

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David, Good meetings just don't happen when you meet. A meeting needs preparation and communication with the participants prior to the meeting. Expectation for the meeting needs to be communicated and all time constraints. When someone falls of the agenda guidelines they need to brought back to the meeting expectations. Dr. Gary Carlson

Dr. Gary Carlson

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Stress and Motivation

Karen, You are correct. But we know when we have given all we can. There is a huge difference between giving 100% and 80%. The key is to know why a student chose to go to school and remind them of this often. Dr. Gary Carlson

Dr. Gary Carlson

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Handling Workplace Stress

Karen, That is the best feeling when you see the light bulb go off. Empathy is what we are talking about. The best leaders and teachers have this attribute. Good for you!! Dr. Gary Carlson

Dr. Gary Carlson

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Handling Workplace Stress

Ruth, Positive talk to yourself is essential for success in life. A book that is very helpful is a book authored by Lou Tice called "Positive Talk" Dr. Gary Carlson

Dr. Gary Carlson

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Handling Workplace Stress

Shanna, A balance to your life is important. Balancing is important with mental activity, exercise, healthy lifestyle and spiritual rejuvenation. Dr. Gary Carlson

Dr. Gary Carlson

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Handling Workplace Stress

Delmar, it is important to know your body. Not all the same things work for everyone. When you find what works best it is important to remain consistent. Keep your practice healthy which you have done. Dr. Gary Carlson

Dr. Gary Carlson

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Handling Workplace Stress

Joseph , I having knowledge of how to control stress is key. Being in control of what you can control. Dr. Gary Carlson

Dr. Gary Carlson

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Handling Workplace Stress

Ron, This is a good tactic. I often would take a walk if you can. I visited with colleagues. Dr. Gary Carlson

Dr. Gary Carlson

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Preparing for a Meeting

eric, In any business we try to hire people with special talents for there responsibility. It is also important to stress that we are a team. Our services to the outcome expected is dependent on all team members. Genuine interest in each colleagues responsibility. This is the ownership of the big picture. Dr. Gary Carlson

Dr. Gary Carlson

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Change Agent or Change Blocker?

James , Change can be a better future, Change is only good if you can see the positive side that lends itself to making something better now and for the future. Dr. Gary Carlson